Building Bridges of Opportunity

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Bridges are most effective if they are built before we need them. It is important for your career to consistently build bridges because you never know where your next great opportunity will come from. βœ… We are no longer bound by geographic limitations to broaden our networks. It is easy to take advantage of many…

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November is National Gratitude Month

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Practicing an attitude of gratitude can increase your ability to rejuvenate, inspire, and elevate your day. Research has shown giving gratitude engenders positive feelings in both the giver and the receiver. Here are some suggestions to increase your focus on gratitude: πŸ‘‰ With Veterans Day approaching, remember to thank veterans who served or are still…

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How to Get NOTICED in Today’s Job Market

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Now is the BEST time to prepare for your future! Here are 3 things you can do: πŸ‘‰ UPSKILL: Now is the perfect time to improve your marketability. Read job postings carefully to understand the qualifications you need to get your dream job. Then take courses to gain certifications that will enhance your skills. Remember…

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Ask the Recruiter Anything ~ What’s Behind the Curtain?

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πŸ‘‰ We are pleased to welcome Joe McClung to our next Live Zoom event on October 12th at 11 am ET. This is your opportunity to ASK the RECRUITER ANYTHING. πŸ‘‰Joe McClung is the President of FloodGate Medical, an Executive Recruiting firm in the Medical Device space with the mission to improve lives by uniting…

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LOOK WHAT I FOUND AT GOODWILL!

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πŸ‘‰ I have been a supporter of Goodwill Industries for many years, often donating gently used goods to this worthy organization. For those who do not know, Goodwill Industries International Inc. is an American nonprofit organization that provides job training, employment placement services, and other community-based programs for people with barriers to employment. πŸ‘‰ Since…

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10 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT USING LINKEDIN

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πŸ‘‰ I had an amazing opportunity to have a conversation with the Accelerators and LinkedIn expert, Brenda Meller to learn what is most important to create credibility on LinkedIn. πŸ‘‰ Here are 10 LINKEDIN NUGGETS I would like to share with those who could not join the event. Networking on LinkedIn can be a game-changer.…

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REWARD YOURSELF WITH A CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS

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πŸ‘‰Since 2020, I have offered a 25% discount to people who have purchased MindEdge courses through my website. MindEdge is discontinuing our 25% discount in a few weeks, so this is the best time to purchase any of the courses in the catalog. This month we are featuring the Certificate in Business Communications. πŸ‘‰SUMMARY: Communicating…

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Do Interviews Leave You Feeling That You Are Too Old For The Job?

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πŸ‘‰ Unfortunately, ageism is alive and well in the workplace. Age-related bias (whether it is conscious or unconscious) can become painfully apparent during the interview process. How can you respond to age-related interview questions to show you are a great candidate for the job, not despite your years of experience but because of your experience?…

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How to Have Meaningful Conversations Even When You Are Busy

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πŸ‘‰It is becoming increasingly difficult to have meaningful conversations. Texts, emails, and social media are commonplace distractions and hamper our ability to engage in productive conversations. This can be incredibly frustrating when colleagues are trying to resolve work issues. Follow these 5 STEPS to improve your communication strategy: Step #1 Focus: Multitasking may be acceptable…

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Accelerators Share Brilliant Insider Information

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TAPPING INTO THE COMMUNITY Community is often defined as a feeling of fellowship with others as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals. I am so honored to have supported the jobseeking community with coaching, education, and insight since 2014. πŸ‘‰At our August event job seekers had an amazing opportunity to ask questions…

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